Assistant Professor, Biology

Carthage College•Kenosha, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Biology Department at Carthage College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Biology position in Biology with a focus on Cell Biology starting August 15, 2027 or possibly January 15, 2027. The successful candidate will join an expanding Biology Department to teach courses in Introductory Biology, Advanced Cell Biology and as well as other upper-level biology courses based upon their area of expertise. Carthage College is located on the shore of Lake Michigan in the thriving Chicago-Milwaukee corridor, blending liberal arts traditions with desirable degree programs, transformative learning opportunities, and personal attention from dedicated faculty and staff. Our beautiful campus, an 80-acre arboretum with stunning lake views, is home to 2,600 undergraduate students and 200 graduate students. Founded in 1847, Carthage is consistently named a Best Midwestern College by The Princeton Review and a Most Innovative School by U.S. News & World Report. All Carthage employees play a vital part in the success of our students, as we work together to create an environment where all can achieve their true potential.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Biology or closely related discipline
Strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching
Ability to establish a productive research program with undergraduates
Demonstrated record of successful undergraduate biology instruction
Demonstrated potential to establish a productive research program with undergraduates
Enthusiasm for educating students from widely varying backgrounds